Rail - Jaswan, Kangra
Rail is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Rail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rail is 010652. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 177106 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Rail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rail
As per Census 2011, Rail village has a total population of 157 people, consisting of 77 males and 80 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Transport and Connectivity of Rail
Public transport in the Rail is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Rail is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rail
Where is Rail located?
Rail village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rail?
Rail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rail?
The pincode of Rail is 177106.
What is the population of Rail?
Rail has a total population of 157, including 77 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Rail?
There are 40 households in Rail.
What is the literacy rate in Rail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rail is 76.43%. Male literacy is 79.22% and female literacy is 73.75%.